Basan - Hatta, Damoh
Basan is a village situated in the Hatta tehsil of Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh. It is located approximately 28 km from the tehsil headquarters in Hatta and around 68 km from the district headquarters in Damoh. Garreh serves as the Gram Panchayat for Basan village.
As per Census 2011, the village code of Basan is 461786. The village covers a total geographical area of 198.26 hectares and falls under the 470775 pincode. Hatta is the nearest town, located about 28 km away.
Basan village is governed under the Panchayati Raj system, with a Sarpanch serving as the elected head.
Population of Basan
According to the 2011 Census, Basan village had a total population of 196 people, including 101 males and 95 females, living in 54 households. The sex ratio was 941 females per 1,000 males. The overall literacy rate was 62.73%, with male literacy at 77.92% and female literacy at 48.81%. The Scheduled Caste (SC) population was 140, while the Scheduled Tribe (ST) population was 46.
The table below presents a detailed demographic breakdown of the village, including separate male and female figures for each population category.
| Category | Total | Male | Female |
|---|---|---|---|
| Total Population | 196 | 101 | 95 |
| Child Population (0–6 yrs) | 35 | 24 | 11 |
| Scheduled Castes (SC) | 140 | 71 | 69 |
| Scheduled Tribes (ST) | 46 | 24 | 22 |
| Literate Population | 101 | 60 | 41 |
| Illiterate Population | 95 | 41 | 54 |
Nearby Villages of Basan
Basan is surrounded by several nearby villages in its surroundings. These villages are part of the local area and are commonly connected through local routes and daily movement of people.
Transport and Connectivity of Basan
Basan is connected by an all-weather road, and public transport is mainly available through shared auto-rickshaws.
| Connectivity | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Public Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Private Bus Service | No | Available within >10 km |
| Railway Station | No | - |
In addition to basic transport facilities, distances and travel times help define overall connectivity. The road distance from Hatta to Basan is about 28 km, with a usual travel time of around 1-1.25 hours. Similarly, the road distance from Damoh to Basan is about 68 km, with the usual travel time around ~1.9 hours. Actual travel time may vary depending on road conditions and mode of transport.
Banking and Postal Services in Basan
Banking and postal services are essential for daily financial transactions and communication. The availability of these facilities for Basan village is detailed below:
| Service Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Bank | No | Available within >10 km |
| ATM | No | Available within >10 km |
| Post Office | No | Available within 2-5 km |
Health Facilities in Basan
Healthcare facilities play an important role in providing basic medical services to the residents. The details regarding the nearest health centres and hospitals serving Basan village are given below:
| Facility Type | Status | Nearest Availability |
|---|---|---|
| Health Sub-Centre (HSC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Primary Health Centre (PHC) | No | Available within 2-5 km |
| Community Health Centre (CHC) | No | Available within >10 km |
FAQs about Basan
Where is Basan located?
Basan village is located in Hatta Tehsil, Damoh district, Madhya Pradesh, India.
What is the Gram Panchayat of Basan?
The Gram Panchayat of Basan is Garreh.
What is the pincode of Basan?
The pincode of Basan is 470775.
What is the population of Basan?
Basan had a total population of 196, including 101 males and 95 females.
How many households are there in Basan?
Basan had 54 households.
What is the literacy rate in Basan?
As per Census 2011, the literacy rate of Basan was 62.73%. Male literacy was 77.92% and female literacy was 48.81%.